Iran questions US trustworthiness as nuclear talks falter
Iran’s chief negotiator has expressed deep mistrust toward the United States, stating that Tehran will not accept any agreement unless Iranian rights are fully secured. Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf made these remarks amid reports of a tougher peace proposal sent by US President Donald Trump, highlighting ongoing divisions. Negotiations have been tense, with both sides proposing amendments and no final agreement reached. The situation remains volatile, with continued disputes over nuclear issues and regional conflicts.
What we know
- Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned that Iran will not approve any deal unless the rights of the Iranian people are upheld.
- Reports indicate that Donald Trump sent a new, tougher proposal to Iran, but details are unclear and both sides remain far apart.
- Iran insists on the release of $12 billion in frozen assets before engaging in substantive nuclear talks.
- US and Israeli strikes have targeted Iran’s missile facilities, but Tehran has reportedly managed to repair many of the damaged sites.
- Fighting continues in Lebanon, with Iran demanding any peace deal include the Lebanese front and both sides accusing each other of violating a truce.
